#11A06B Hex Color
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#11a06b is a balanced, unsaturated green with a stable, professional character. It maintains strong readability with black text, as the 6.3:1 contrast ratio comfortably supports small body copy. This hex code works best as a neutral-adjacent base in UI design, as its muted quality prevents it from overpowering layouts. Pair it with soft creams for a grounded aesthetic in organic branding.
Questions about #11a06b
What is #11a06b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #11a06b is rgb(17, 160, 107), in HSL hsl(158, 81%, 35%) and in CMYK 89%, 0%, 33%, 37%.
Why is #11a06b a practical choice for web interfaces?
This green maintains a 6.3:1 contrast ratio against black text, which ensures excellent readability for body copy while its muted, unsaturated quality prevents it from becoming visually overwhelming or distracting in complex application layouts.
Which colors complement the tone of #11a06b?
Pair this shade with soft cream or warm beige to create a grounded, organic aesthetic that highlights its stable character without introducing harsh visual tension common with brighter, more saturated greens.
Is #11a06b readable on white or black?
#11a06b has a 3.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.26:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.